Hubbel Pond

Otter Tail River· Becker, Minnesota· Built 1933· Earth· 9 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond State Government

Key Takeaway

Hubbel Pond is classified as low hazard in Minnesota. It was completed in 1933 and is 93 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 9 ft (taller than 25.1% in MN)
Dam Length30 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage3.2K acre-ft
Normal Storage1.9K acre-ft
Drainage Area189 sq mi
Max Discharge400 cfs
Year Completed1933 (93 years old)
NID IDMN00883

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: August 24, 2016
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MNDNR EWR

Ownership

MNDNR-Wildlife

State Government

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hubbel Pond?

Hubbel Pond is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Hubbel Pond?

Hubbel Pond is owned by MNDNR-Wildlife (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Hubbel Pond built?

Hubbel Pond was completed in 1933, making it 93 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Hubbel Pond?

Hubbel Pond serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Hubbel Pond?

Hubbel Pond has a dam height of 9 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

When was Hubbel Pond last inspected?

Hubbel Pond was last inspected on August 24, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.